Children's pink eye is one of the most prevalent and pervasive forms of infectious disease in the schools today. EKC (Epidemic Kerato-Conjunctivitis) is the most frequent highly contagious viral pathogen that rampages its way through entire school systems in a matter of days. Fortunately, our normal functioning immune systems eventually handle this aggressive invader, and the best treatment is usually supportive therapy. Studies have shown that washing your hands with soap and water at least twice a day during school, reduces the incidence of EKC by 50% in the academic environment. That's a huge number for something as simple as basic hygiene. Armed with this knowledge, it's important to instill in your children at the youngest age possible that cleanliness is their first defense against illness. Developing these good behaviors is one of the best gifts that you can give your child.
Young children sometimes suffer though periods of chronic blockages and infections of the eyelid margin known in layman's terms as a stye. Technically, a stye is known as a hordeolum, which is a blocked meibomian gland that is also infected with bacteria. A blockage of the same gland without infection is known as chalazion. Either condition can be painful, uncomfortable, and terrifying for your child. It's important that you seek medical attention promptly, so as not to let the blockage harden. Early intervention helps to resolve the issue without unwanted complications. Adolescents commonly go through periods of growth and development where the openings to the glands that produce the components of their tear layer cannot keep up with the growth of their bodies and the constant microbiological assault from the flora and fauna around them.
Dr. Battani is trained, ready, and able to care for your child in the unfortunate event that his services are required for any of the above.